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12 Canadian-made gift ideas for Mother's Day

Think it's impossible to find gifts made in Canada for Mom these days? Think again! We've assembled 12 gifts made in our home and native land that are sure to surprise and delight. And in case you're wondering, check out
why it's important to "buy Canadian first."

For the romantic mom: Crystal-heart tassel necklace Show Mom you love her with this Elle Fulton vintage amethyst heart and raw-brass tassel on a new 24-inch gold-plated chain. It's also available in emerald, ruby and citrine.
Made in Ontario.Crystal necklace in amethyst, $38,
ellefulton.com.

For the fashionable mom: Comfy summer dressesTreat Mom to a flattering dress from Fig Clothing. Made from soft, stretchy and UV-resistant fabrics, they’re strikingly chic and comfortable. They're also great for travel.
Made in Quebec.Summer dresses, $90 to $120,
figclothing.com and more than 185 retailers across Canada.
For the tired mom: The Anti-Aging/Wellness PillowGive Mom the one thing she hasn't had since she's had you: a good night's sleep! Also provides great neck support and sleep-wrinkle prevention.
Made in Ontario.enVy Anti-Aging/Wellness Pillow, $159,
envypillow.com and specialty stores and clinics across Canada.

For the makeup-loving mom: Total Cover Cream FoundationLet Mom know you’ve got her covered with this two-in-one foundation and concealer. It's infused with antioxidants and protects with broad-spectrum SPF 30.
Made in Ontario.Cover FX Total Cover Cream Foundation, $42,
coverfx.ca and shoppersdrugmart.ca.
For the stressed-out mom: Antistress shoulder wrapGive Mom the ultimate gift of comfort with a heat wrap by Warm Buddy scented with lavender, peppermint, eucalyptus, rosemary and cloves. This gift helps relieve stress and shoulder pain.
Made in British Columbia.Heat wrap, $35,
warmbuddy.com and spas and gift stores across Canada.

For the pampered mom: Skin-care travel kitsTreat Mom to luxurious natural skin care by Indigena. The signature Canadian-made wooden tube and hand-picked botanicals like antioxidant-rich Labrador tea make this a truly unique gift.
Made in Newfoundland and Labrador.Aurora Travel Kits, $60 to $80,
indigenaskincare.comFor the sparkle-loving mom: Hand-blown crystal bowlBring a special brilliance to any room with crystal by Canada's only mouth-blown, hand-cut crystal maker, NovaScotian Crystal. Perfect for Mom's everyday moments and extraordinary events.
Made in Nova Scotia.Valley bowl, $329,
novascotiancrystal.com and NovaScotian Crystal in Halifax
For the ethical mom: Organic fair-trade coffee Treat Mom to a great cup of ethical coffee. Roasted with a unique "Eco2Roast" process, saving a pound of carbon per pound of coffee. Whole bean, ground and single serve.
Roasted in Newfoundland and Labrador.Jumping Bean Coffee, $14 per pound,
jumpingbean.ca.

For the trendy mom: Leather cross-body bagMom will feel special with this limited-edition leather bag by m0851. Made from Italian full-grain aniline leather, this lightweight cross-body bag will take her from day to night.
Made in Quebec.

For the glowing mom: Scented soy candlesWooden wicks that crackle as they burn and 100-percent-soy wax make The Hartmont Candle Company's soy candles truly special…just like Mom. With 100 scents to choose from, you can find one she'll love.
Made in British Columbia.Aurora candles, $13 to $25,
hartmontcandle.com.